Kristen Stives

Dr. Kristen Stives is an Assistant Professor of Criminal Justice and Director of the Criminal Justice B.A. Program at Seton Hall University's College of Arts and Sciences. She holds a Ph.D. in Sociology from Mississippi State University with concentrations in Criminology and Gender Studies. Her work focuses on bullying prevention, interpersonal violence, and school resource policies for juveniles and young adults.

Education

• B.S. in Sociology, Hartwick College
• M.S. in Sociology, Mississippi State University
• Ph.D. in Sociology (Criminology & Gender Studies), Mississippi State University

Research Interests

Dr. Stives investigates bullying dynamics from sociological and criminological perspectives, emphasizing parental involvement and institutional responses. Her recent work explores:

• Parental perceptions of bullying
• School policies addressing violence
• Gendered aspects of victimization
• Interdisciplinary criminology education

Teaching & Academic Contributions

She teaches courses in criminological theory, juvenile justice, and research methods. Notable courses include:

• CRIM 2613 Victimology
• CRIM 2617 Juvenile Justice System
• CRIM 3550 History of Criminological Theory

Research Trends

Her publications (2017–2023) prioritize:

• Anti-bullying strategy evaluation
• Parental intervention effectiveness
• Criminology pedagogy innovation
• Prison experiences of military veterans